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- Comment on 13 hours ago:
It’s the literal definition of grind. I wanted to love it, but the grind was insane.
- Comment on “How much can you afford to lose?” Gambling in Norway is tightly controlled. 3 days ago:
No. Our politicians are too corrupt.
We could also have free medical, dental and universities also, but the miners don’t pay tax. Why? Oh that’s right… our politicians are corrupt.
- Comment on Hmmm who could it possibly be? 5 days ago:
I thought they only sold brown-colored sugar.
- Comment on Inquiry finds British committed genocide on Indigenous Australians 6 days ago:
Was travelling in Europe recently.
Ended up having a chart with a couple from Norway, someone from the United States, and some others.
The couple from Norway were absolutely phenomenal to listen to.
- Free university
- Free healthcare
- Described how he had his wisdom teeth removed and it cost him nothing
- His working hours were absolutely phenomenal and the amount of free time he had was a dream
In comparison, the young lady from the United States described how she was going to have a $350k student alone when she finishes studying. The table gasped in horror, and she justified it completely by saying it will be absolutely fine because she will easily earn six figures. Her life was over before it started, and we could all see it. She was absolutely defending it and thought it was totally fine.
However, the main part of this story is that the Norway couple looked at us, and he said directly, that Australia is the biggest crime, even more so than the American lady and her ridiculous university bill, because of the amount of minerals we have. In particular, that we don’t charge any tax.
Surprised me that Europeans know this about us, and it’s more than just embarrassing. Is the difference between the amazing lifestyle, and health benefits that the couple from Norway have, versus what we all face here.
We follow the United States lead, rather than the European lead. And it’s all fixable so quickly, and so easily. This is not some deep-rooted societal problem, this is just a corruption problem.
- Comment on Inquiry finds British committed genocide on Indigenous Australians 6 days ago:
I’d like to enquire about the miners paying $0 tax and our elected officials getting sweet, sweet jobs with them after they leave public service.
How long will that enquiry take?
- Comment on In Canada, Nintendo is increasing the price of the original Nintendo Switch. 1 week ago:
Retroid Pocket 5
- Comment on [deleted] 1 week ago:
I just read your other post, which was deleted. The one with the photos. Here is my response to that one:
I have to say, i thought this was a bot account. I then read your history.
My advice would be to delete the photo, so you’re not leaving a personally identifiable trail online.
My short answer to your question, as I am low on time, is you are just fine. More than that, and must be feeling a bit low, to feel like asking.
My longer answer would revolve around self worth, not requiring other’s approval, etc
I think you’ve got this. I hope you have a great time, with whatever is coming up!
- Comment on What are the games you played in your youth that you still play today? 1 week ago:
I started recently. I’m keen to finish it.
- Comment on What are the games you played in your youth that you still play today? 1 week ago:
Mega man is SO hard. I struggle to get anywhere. But, that music. I LOVE it.
- Comment on Paul Keating claims young Australians are guaranteed to have $3m in super by retirement – but not everyone agrees 1 week ago:
So enough to buy a few burgers, and afford one weeks camping by then. Thanks Paul.
- Comment on TIL about Jervis Bay Territory 1 week ago:
I disagree. It’s absolutely stunning.
- Comment on Australian Reporter Wins Suit Against ABC Over 'Anti-Semitic' Post 1 week ago:
That just cost us over $1 million in tax money. That’s our money wasted on lawyers.
- Comment on Antoinette Lattouf: Court finds journalist unfairly fired over Gaza post 1 week ago:
Ahhhh, I see. Thank you
- Comment on Antoinette Lattouf: Court finds journalist unfairly fired over Gaza post 1 week ago:
Maybe they read the BBC, and thought we’d be interested?
Is there a problem?
- Comment on Christopher Luxon ranked Australia's most trusted world leader in new poll 3 weeks ago:
Australian here. I just asked a handful of friends. Not a single person knew who he was.
They all knew Jacinta though.
- Comment on One million Australians missing specialist doctor appointments due to cost, report finds 3 weeks ago:
All we need to do is tax the miners, and put the money toward healthcare, and whatever else we want with the money left over.
- Comment on Florida sheriff warns protesters ahead of nationwide rallies: ‘We will kill you dead’ 3 weeks ago:
Gotta keep those proles in line.
- Comment on 1984: Bandersnatch, Bailiffs, and the Battle for a hit game | BBC Archive 3 weeks ago:
This is excellent. Thank you so much for sharing.
- Comment on BYD launches cheapest UK model in bid to overtake Tesla as biggest electric carmaker 3 weeks ago:
Excellent points
- Comment on BYD launches cheapest UK model in bid to overtake Tesla as biggest electric carmaker 3 weeks ago:
Read that article though about the batteries used. Interestingly, they sell the and model in China for 1/3 of the price they seek it to the UK market.
There’s room for a LOT lower prices.
- Comment on Why do people like Mario Kart? 3 weeks ago:
No, I only enjoyed the sims at the time.
I’m older, and life has gotten busy.
My friend’s son is into it in a big way. I’ve used his full sit down simulator. It’s impressive.
Stunt Car Racer. Now that was impressive back in the day, also.
- Comment on Why do people like Mario Kart? 3 weeks ago:
When the Nintendo kids were playing that, i was hitting Sega Rally, Geoff Crammond’s Formula One Grand Prix, and Destruction Derby.
Let’s just say Mario Cart was not for me.
- Comment on Hong Kong's Removal Of Taiwan-Made Video Game Actually Spread The Game Further, Developer Says 3 weeks ago:
Streisand effect in full effect.
- Comment on [deleted] 5 weeks ago:
I do. However, hifi gear is not in my world right now. I’m rocking some Yamaha gear at home, and a Harmon Kardon stack sounds awesome. Love my Yamaha. Warm sound. Nice tactile feel.
Anyway… I’m daydreaming audio gear. Back to work!
- Comment on [deleted] 5 weeks ago:
Can we actually talk about that Techniks M205? Now that is a collectible.
- Comment on There are growing calls for the Australian government to end a perverse incentive pushing Aussies to embrace oversized utes and trucks 1 month ago:
I tow a caravan around Australia full time. I work from the van. Live in it.
I have what is now considered a very small 4wd. It’s older, small by today’s standards, and it’s insanely capable.
The new 4wds are all trying to copy the American mega utes. Because “i haven’t grown up yet” men (by and large) think these things are 'just awesome".
If it wasn’t such a concern, it would be comical.
But, these emotionally backward guys think they are big boys now (I’M A BIG BOY MUMMY!!!) and because of that, and the copycat marketing that the Japanese, and now, Chinese brands are bringing, the only way out is through regulation.
They are NOT needed. Again, I live full time towing, and everything these emotionally removed fanboys tell you is utter tripe.
They just want a big boy truck. So they can pretend they too, are big boys.
Bless their cotton socks.
- Comment on GOG News for Gaming/Linux/Steam Deck 1 month ago:
I often buy a game in steam, then think “I didn’t check GOG!!!”.
They should really be supported. Drm free. Love it.
Gotta get in the habit of checking GOG
- Comment on Self hosted Teams alternative? 1 month ago:
We use this at work. Great for screen sharing and video chat
- Comment on 3-2-1 Backups: How do you do the 1 offsite backup? 1 month ago:
This is mine exactly. Mine send to backblaze b2
- Comment on Found a brand new, unused Pong console from 1979 in an Edinburgh charity shop for 20£ 1 month ago:
Damn. If you’d kept it wrapped, you might have been able to sell that for a LOT of money